Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Rockridge Neighborhood of Oakland, CA from $1,600 (72 Rentals)

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5445 Broadway
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

5445 Broadway

5445 BroadwayOakland, CA 94618
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376 61st St
1 Bedroom Apartments

376 61st St

376 61st StOakland, CA 94618

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411 Hudson St
Studio Apartments

411 Hudson St

411 Hudson StOakland, CA 94618
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377 Clifton St
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

377 Clifton St

377 Clifton StOakland, CA 94618
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5275 College Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

5275 College Ave

5275 College AveOakland, CA 94618
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339 63rd St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

339 63rd St

339 63rd StOakland, CA 94618
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5469 College Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

5469 College Ave

5469 College AveOakland, CA 94618
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391-391A 62nd St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

391-391A 62nd St

391-391A 62nd StOakland, CA 94618
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5669-5671 Miles Ave
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

5669-5671 Miles Ave

5669-5671 Miles AveOakland, CA 94618

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5427 Manila Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

5427 Manila Ave

5427 Manila AveOakland, CA 94618
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6027 Harwood Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

6027 Harwood Ave

6027 Harwood AveOakland, CA 94618
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6329 Florio St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

6329 Florio St

6329 Florio StOakland, CA 94618
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6052 Chabot Rd
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

6052 Chabot Rd

6052 Chabot RdOakland, CA 94618
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5276 Broadway
Studio Apartments

5276 Broadway

5276 BroadwayOakland, CA 94618
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6401 Regent St
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

6401 Regent St

6401 Regent StOakland, CA 94618

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4922 Desmond St
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

4922 Desmond St

4922 Desmond StOakland, CA 94618
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5127 Lawton Ave
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

5127 Lawton Ave

5127 Lawton AveOakland, CA 94618
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341 Alcatraz Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

341 Alcatraz Ave

341 Alcatraz AveOakland, CA 94618
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8 Whitmore Pl
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

8 Whitmore Pl

8 Whitmore PlOakland, CA 94611
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5379 Boyd Ave
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

5379 Boyd Ave

5379 Boyd AveOakland, CA 94618
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327 49th St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

327 49th St

327 49th StOakland, CA 94609

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5200 Lawton Ave
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

5200 Lawton Ave

5200 Lawton AveOakland, CA 94618
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5497 Claremont Ave
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

5497 Claremont Ave

5497 Claremont AveOakland, CA 94618
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5154 Shafter Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

5154 Shafter Ave

5154 Shafter AveOakland, CA 94618
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2 Whitmore Pl
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

2 Whitmore Pl

2 Whitmore PlOakland, CA 94611
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5216 Miles Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

5216 Miles Ave

5216 Miles AveOakland, CA 94618
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Rockridge
Studio Apartments

Rockridge

2005 Pleasant Valley AveOakland, CA 94611
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323 63rd St
1 Bedroom Apartments

323 63rd St

323 63rd StOakland, CA 94618

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Rockridge, Oakland, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Rockridge Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Rockridge area of San Francisco, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at 334 45th St priced from $1,780. Quarryridge Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,800. Here are the most affordable Rockridge apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
334 45th St328C1BR,1BA$1,780
Quarryridge ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,800
225 Clifton1X1 A11BR,1BA$2,339
Baxter on BroadwayPlan SCStudio,1BA$2,380
Grand at Rockridge (FKA Pleasant Valley Apts)B1B 2x12BR,1BA$2,600

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Rockridge, CA

As of November 14, 2025 the best value apartment in the Rockridge area is the $3.00 price per square foot 6433 Colby St Model at 6433 Colby St, Unit 6433 Colby St Oakland CA in the in the Telegraph Avenue neighborhood starting from $3,300. The second greatest value Rockridge apartment is the 2X1 B2 Model at 225 Clifton starting at $2,815 with a $3.13 price per square foot in the Bushrod neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Rockridge apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
6433 Colby St, Unit 6433 Colby St Oakland CA6433 Colby St2BR,1BA$3.00
225 Clifton2X1 B22BR,1BA$3.13
Grand at Rockridge (FKA Pleasant Valley Apts)B1B 2x12BR,1BA$2.99
334 45th St328C1BR,1BA$2.54
Quarryridge ApartmentsStudioStudio ,1BA$3.16
Baxter on BroadwayPlan SCStudio ,1BA$5.73

Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

From the lounge to the laundry room, understand your rights and responsibilities in shared apartment spaces. Get tips on pet rules, noise, and security.

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Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Rockridge, Oakland, CA

Ranked #51

Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.0
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around the Rockridge Neighborhood in Oakland, CA

Walk Score®

95 / 100

Walker’s Paradise

Daily errands do not require a car

Bike Score®

76 / 100

Very Bikeable

Biking is convenient for most trips

Transit Score®

62 / 100

Good Transit

Many nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Rockridge Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Rockridge?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Rockridge is at Quarryridge Apartments listed at $1,800.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Rockridge Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Rockridge Apartment is $1,780 at 334 45th St.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Rockridge Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Rockridge is starting from $2,500 at 334 45th St.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.